What is dual-use artificial intelligence?

Definition

Dual-use artificial intelligence can improve coding, research and creative work while also helping an attacker automate or adapt cyber operations. The capability itself does not determine the purpose, which depends on users, access, incentives and the surrounding controls.

Dual-use governance tries to preserve valuable access while reducing foreseeable misuse. Measures can include evaluation, staged release, monitoring, access controls, incident sharing and investment in defensive capabilities before powerful tools become widely available.

Acronyms and aliases

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Frequently asked questions

Why is artificial intelligence considered dual-use?

The same model can assist legitimate work and harmful activity, and its effect depends on who uses it, with what access and for which goal.

How can organizations manage dual-use artificial intelligence?

They can evaluate risky capabilities, limit sensitive access, monitor abuse, stage releases and strengthen defenses against foreseeable misuse.

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